About this role
Logistics Manager (Lagos) at Givanas Cosmetics NIg Ltd
Logistics Manager (Lagos)
- Job Type Full Time
- Qualification BA/BSc/HND
- Experience 5 - 8 years
- Location Lagos
- Job Field Logistics
Logistics Planning and Coordination
- Develop and implement logistics plans in line with the company's supply chain objectives and the approved demand and production plans.
- Plan the movement of raw materials, packaging materials, and finished goods, including inbound supplier deliveries and outbound deliveries to branches, distributors, and customers.
Transportation and Distribution Management
- Manage the company's transportation and distribution operations.
- Plan delivery routes to optimise time, vehicle utilisation, fuel consumption, and transportation costs.
Stock Transfers and Warehouse Interface
- Coordinate with the Warehouse Managers to ensure efficient movement of goods into and out of all warehouses.
- Ensure every inter-branch stock movement is supported by an approved Inventory Transfer (or Inventory Transfer Request) in SAP Business One and a waybill.
Fleet Management
- Manage the company's logistics fleet and ensure optimal utilisation.
- Develop and enforce preventive maintenance schedules for company vehicles and forklifts, in coordination with the Maintenance team.
Cost Management
- Prepare and manage the logistics budget.
- Monitor transportation, fuel, fleet maintenance, and distribution costs, and investigate significant cost variances.
Delivery and Customer Service
- Ensure finished products are delivered to customers, distributors, and branches within agreed timelines.
- Monitor delivery performance and resolve logistics-related complaints.
Compliance, Safety and Risk Management
- Ensure logistics activities comply with applicable Nigerian transportation, road safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
- Ensure all vehicles, drivers, and forklift operators hold valid documentation, licences, and certifications.
Systems and Data
- Ensure logistics transactions and delivery information are updated accurately and promptly in SAP Business One.
- Use fleet tracking/GPS and other logistics tools where available.
Team Management and Development
- Lead, supervise, and develop the Drivers, Forklift Operators, and any other logistics staff.